Stacks Asia DLT Foundation has officially entered the Middle East, becoming the first Bitcoin-based organization to establish a presence in the region. The foundation announced a major partnership with Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), one of the fastest-growing financial centers, aiming to drive Bitcoin adoption across the Middle East and Asia through education and regulatory initiatives.

Through this collaboration, Stacks and ADGM will support Bitcoin builders, launch developer communities, and create opportunities for real-world Bitcoin-powered applications. Kyle Ellicott, executive director at Stacks Asia, said the partnership is a "powerful combination" to accelerate Bitcoin adoption in these emerging markets. He emphasized that ADGM's status as a world-class financial hub, known as the "Capitol of Capital," makes it a natural ally in shaping Bitcoin’s future.

Starting in May, Stacks will host live and virtual events designed to empower institutions with the knowledge to integrate Bitcoin into their operations. The foundation is also working globally to advocate for progressive Bitcoin regulations that balance innovation, security, decentralization, and compliance.

Stacks is developing the Bitcoin Capital Activation Framework, a comprehensive policy guide to help regulators unlock Bitcoin's potential. Additionally, the foundation will launch the Bitcoin Policy Bridge, a working group connecting regulators across the Middle East and Asia.

This move comes as part of a broader effort by ADGM to embrace blockchain technologies, following its earlier agreement with the Solana Foundation in February. Stacks Asia’s aggressive expansion signals a new chapter for Bitcoin’s institutional growth in one of the world’s fastest-rising financial regions.